SEASIDE, CA (August 11, 2005) -- Gonzales came in with the hot hand and parlayed his Western Amateur Medalist and Pacific Coast Amateur Runner Up finishes to victory at the fifth SPC. While a “carnage” of injuries and illnesses befell several of the contestants from 18 states & eight countries just prior and during the tournament, Andres was one of only 3 players to tame the Bayonet beast with a sub-par total starting with a 67 that was only 2 shots off the course record. The 02 AJGA Player of the Year and future UNLV teammate, Seung Su Han of Korea made a charge in the third & final round but came up a shot short. D2 All American, Chris Massoletti of Chico State finished 4 shots back at 287. Andres’ consistent and excellent play this summer should go a long way towards solidifying a leadership position in filling the big shoes of Ryan Moore at UNLV.

The Scratch Players Championship (SPC) is
primarily an exempt player event for top
amateur golfers from the United States,
western Canada, Mexico and the Pacific Rim
although any exempt player worldwide is
welcome to enter. Non-exempt amateurs with
a USGA Handicap Index of 0.9 or less are
eligible to qualify for the SPC. Comprehensive
website. Event is played the week before the
U.S. Amateur at a nearby location.

72
holes stroke play, 36 holes on the first day
followed by 18 hole rounds the final two days.